CONCERT: CAPELLA DE MINISTRERS | FESTIVAL CAMINO DE SANTIAGO

In the various histories of Western music, women are often overlooked. Their contributions as composers, listeners, and performers are minimized, despite their crucial role in shaping music. For instance, while troubadours are noted for serving male nobility, their works often targeted the wives of their patrons, whose displeasure could cost the troubadour his position.

Similarly, the work of jongleurs and minstrels—key performers of medieval secular music—was significantly supported by women with crystal-clear voices, virtuoso harpists, and skilled dancers. Moving to the Renaissance, prominent lute and vihuela players often became favored court musicians of noblewomen, even if their affiliation was officially with their husbands, whose wealth often came from their wives' dowries or inheritances.

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Despite these facts, it is surprising that no musical tribute has been dedicated to the women who, even indirectly, influenced the course of music history. As a tribute, our work focuses on the queens of Aragon from the early 13th century until 1516, when the Crown of Aragon merged with Castile. The repertoire is selected based on its relevance to these queens throughout their lives, with a focus on Aragonese sources where possible. 
(Maricarmen Gómez Muntané)

Where: Iglesia San Pedro de Siresa